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LETTER FROM THE
PRESIDENT
Your chamber continues to lead the way in providing outstanding programs and services, advocating for your business interests and seeking ways to make Effingham county attractive for business success and community growth.
We were recognized as the 2016 Outstanding Chamber of the Year by our peers in the chamber industry by the Illinois Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives November 4 in Quincy.
The award recognizes organization excellence and benchmarks a chamber’s strengths in the areas of leadership, governance, finance, advocacy and membership development.
With our Centennial year on the horizon, you can expect even more leadership from the organization that began in 1917 to support business and industrial growth and increase business opportunities in Effingham. We have grown and changed with the needs of the community and are proud to represent the needs of Effingham County businesses.
The Journey - The Vision is our centennial theme and you can read about our plans to celebrate this milestone year in our Chamber’s history on page 13 of this issue. We welcome your involvement as a volunteer and/or sponsor of our Centennial year.
As we’ve done for 99+ years, our success depends on your involvement and ideas. Join us in this unique opportunity to celebrate 100 years of business growth, opportunity and engagement in helping Effingham County shine in east central Illinois.
Norma Lansing, President & [email protected] 217-342-4147
“Congratulations for being named the #1 Chamber in Illinois! That doesn’t surprise any of us at Dale Carnegie. You have always run a first class operation - proactive, fresh and professional.”
Steve Grant, Dale Carnegie Training
The Chamber welcomed Madam Eva Wu from New Silk Road Vocational Education Services in Hong Kong and Dr. Jim Hull from Lake Land College to Effingham to discuss educational collaboration.
“The Effingham County Chamber has shown that commitment to membership and strong leadership can grow an organization and positively impact its community.”
Desiree Bennyhoff, 2016 IACCE Chair
“Way to go! We are very fortunate to have such a powerful, productive chamber that has so much to offer. You are always moving forward. Keep up the good work.”
Kelly Roepke, Y-Yard Auto-Truck
Way toGo!
Congrats!
903 N. Keller Dr. • P.O. Box 643, Effingham, IL 62401(217) 342-4147 • EffinghamCountyChamber.com 3
The Chamber’s young professionals’ network was established in 2008 to attract next generation leaders into community leadership positions and to attract more young professionals to Effingham County. With a membership of nearly 150 YPs between the ages of 21-45, YBNext engages emerging leaders with professional development events, social interaction and charitable donations.
This fall, YBNext presented $2,500 to Crisis Nursery of Effingham County from their Barstool Olympics proceeds.
For more information on YBNext, visit their website at www.ybnext.com or contact the Chamber office at 217-342-4147.
CHAMBER AFFILIATE ORGANIZATION SPOTLIGHT TOP COMMUNITY LEADERS UNDER 40
get involvedwith both YBNext & the Chamber
To All The Future Leaders Of OurEffingham County Community
Annual YBNext Membership: $50 for Chamber Members $75 for non-Chamber members
MARCO’S PIZZA
SI MEDICAL CLINICTHE TITLE CENTER
IT’S ALMOST HOME THE CLINIC - EFFINGHAM
WORKMAN SPORTS COMPLEX
Sasha AlthoffDawn BurrowGreg Bushue
Luke DoedtmanBrian FlachAli Habing
Amy HewingLisa Himes
Adam Huston
Justin KrileAaron Lock
Alexandra Meyer
Nick NiemergShawna O’Dell
Tyson Reed
Meghan RewersAndy SchabbingJoe Schumacher
Brittany WhitakerJames Wortman
Julie Zeigler
THE CHAMBER, OUT & ABOUT
RIBBON CUTTINGS
IRENE’S DREAM 5
PREPARE A
Speaker: Rick Atterberry
DISASTERBUSINESS
PLANPrepare your business for a disaster.Save lives, merchandise and money.
Wed., November 30th 2016 9am - NoonUniversity of Illinois Extension Office1209 Wenthe Drive, Effingham, IL
FREE ADMITTANCE - Register In Advancehttp://web.extension.illinois.edu/cefj
Questions? Contact Ken [email protected] or 217-347-7773
NEW BUSINESS OUTREACH CENTER
SPEAKER: Rick Atterberry
Why Midland?
© 2016 Midland States Bank. Midland States Bank is an ISO/MSP of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.Terms of this offer are subject to a formal agreement and may be changed or withdrawn prior to acceptance by Midland States Bank.
What makes Midland different?Pass Through of Interchange Rates With Midland’s cost pass-through programs, you will see the actual Interchange Rates for all transactions on your monthly statement, passed through to you at the actual rates with NO hidden surcharges and NO hidden mark-ups.
No Early Termination FeeWe are committed to maintaining our reputation as fair and honest and never charge you for early termination with us.
Low Authorization FeesAuthorization Fees (also known as Per Transaction Fees) are often significantly marked-up. Our credit card Authorization Fees are as low as $0.06 per transaction and $0.08 for PIN Debit.
Single Monthly Account Management Fee NO surcharges, NO batch fees, NO statement fees, NO inflated per transaction fees. Our merchant customers get access to processing at actual cost for a single monthly fee for the entire term of the contract.
Simply, because your business is probably paying too much for merchant card processing.
1-855-MY-MIDLANDmidlandsb.com
With our mission of providing innovative programs and services to address business
success and community growth, the Chamber is proud to announce formation of the Chamber
Business Outreach Center.
When many of the State’s Small Business Development Centers closed at the end of 2015 due to state budget cuts, the free and confidential business consulting services the chamber was able to provide to entrepreneurs and growth businesses ceased. Our Business Development team went to work to find other options for providing these needed services to ensure the start of successful businesses in Effingham County. Our response is the Chamber Business Outreach Center Mentor program.
Through this initiative, we will be using a team of highly qualified volunteers to provide mentoring assistance as a step toward building and strengthening our business community. Led by Brad Hastings and Dan Woods, we are currently recruiting local residents willing to provide mentoring support. By utilizing subject matter experts with real world experience, we will be able to provide advice, guidance and support for entrepreneurs and business owners facing growth challenges and keep Effingham County full of active, involved and successful businesses.
If you are interested in learning more about becoming an Outreach Center mentor, please contact Chamber President Norma Lansing at [email protected] or call 217-342-4147.
University of Illinois U.S. Department of Agriculture Local Extension Councils CooperatingUniversity of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate call 217-347-7773
Preparing your business for a disaster can help save lives, merchandise, and money as well as keep you in business. That is why Unit 21 Extension (Clay, Fayette, Effingham and Jasper counties) is offering a disaster preparedness and continuity of operations course for businesses and non-profits. We are pleased to announce Rick Atterberry with the University of Illinois Extension and active leader in the Extension Disaster EducationNetwork EDEN will be the speaker.
This program is for owners, managers, and employees of businesses of any size. Non-profit organizations will also find the information very beneficial.
www.EDEN.lsu.edu http://web.extension.illinois.edu/cefj/
Wednesday, November 30, 20169:00 A.M. - 12:00 Noon
University of Illinois Extension Office1209 Wenthe Drive, Effingham, IL
Cost: None
Please visit our web page http://web.extension.illinois.edu/cefj/ to register for the program or click on the direct link https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=15369so that we can prepare accommodations and notify you of changes. For any questions contact Ken Larimore, CED Educator at [email protected] or call 217-347-7773.
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UPCOMING CHAMBER TRIPS
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businesses build digital relationships that connect and engage with their
customers to help drive real results.
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Your Voice. Your Care. Your Choice.Insurance plans to meet your health care needs.To better serve your health care needs, HSHS St. Anthony’s participates in many managed care insurance networks.
Review your employer-based plan to ensure it includes all of your HSHS hospitals and medical providers.
To learn more visit stanthonyshospital.org/enroll
Your Voice. Your Care. Your Choice.Insurance plans to meet your health care needs.To better serve your health care needs, HSHS St. Anthony’s participates in many managed care insurance networks.
Review your employer-based plan to ensure it includes all of your HSHS hospitals and medical providers.
To learn more visit stanthonyshospital.org/enroll
MACHU PICHUPERU & REFLECTIONS OF
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THE EXPERIENCE OF SHOPPING LOCAL
By now you must have heard of “Shop Local” marketing campaigns – encouraging people to shop in their own community and support the “Mom and Pop” stores with their purchases. And, happily, this message is resonating in a positive way. Even in our own community, we are encouraging people to shop smart with our own Shop Local Holiday Treasure Map. Sounds like a fun experience, doesn’t it?
That is all part of the appeal of shopping local and supporting small business. Today, people – especially younger people - are looking for ways in their own communities to have more unique and personalized ‘experiences’ that they can share with others.
According to a recent Edelman Digital study, 40% of Millennial participants preferred to shop locally, even if they would have to pay more for their purchases.
Our Effingham County community’s beauty is that we can offer exactly what both older and younger generations desire: unique, one-of-a-kind shopping experiences that are close to home.
Effingham County is home to small retailers that offer customized services. Whether you are looking for retail that is tailored to your needs, local bakeries that specialize in personalized products, or restaurants that prepare locally sourced meats and produce, Effingham County has a lot to offer. Local shops also have the advantage of our “small town” friendliness that positively impacts the patrons’ shopping experiences.
Local shops also have the advantage of our “small town” friendliness that positively impacts the patrons’ shopping experiences.
SUPPORTING LOCAL BUSINESS ISN’T ANYTHING NEW.IT JUST HAPPENS TO BE MAKING A COMEBACK.
Several local business owners agree that community support not only helps boost their business & the economy,
it also allows them to form close-knit relationships with customers.
According to Stacia Bloemer, owner of The Thomas Shop along with her mom, Kathy
Thomas, says,
“The Thomas Shop has been located in downtown
Effingham for 80 years and we have developed
some beautiful, long lasting relationships with clients,
their children and even their grandchildren.
Thanks to the support of our customers, we are able to
give back to the Effingham community by supporting the CEO program, local charities and other fundraisers, too.”
Kay Spruell, owner of Burkland’s Florist and Gifts,
adds,
“One of the best ways to show pride in your city is to support
local business.
Shopping local also helps to protect the businesses that
make your community unique. Burkland’s has been in business since 1932 – and thanks to the
Effingham community, we will be celebrating 20 years in business under our ownership
in November 2016!”
“Without a doubt, Nuxoll Food Center wouldn’t
be in existence without the support of our local
community. We have been serving area families since
1934.
Three and four generations of families shop our store because they know they are getting high-quality
products, like produce, meat and candies, that we buy
from local providers as well,”
says Fred Nuxoll, owner of Nuxoll Food Center.
Make it a priority to support your local economy, as well as your friends, neighbors & colleagues. Seek out, support, and experience your Effingham County Community Businesses!
Supporting local business certainly has benefits that help strengthen the economic base of the
community. Typically, local businesses hire local people and are more invested in local communities.
Even entrepreneurs are now more likely to start their specialized businesses in smaller communities,
according to recent economic research.
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EFFINGHAM COUNTY Retail Sales
FY2016 Q4
TOTAL FY2016
TOTAL FY2015
FY2015 Q4
ECONOMIC INDICATORS
SOURCES: Illinois Department of Revenue: www.revenue.state.il.us, Effingham City Building Official - www.effinghamil.com, Illinios Department of Employment Security - www.lmi,ides.state.il.us/laus/lausmenu.htm, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation - www.fdic.gov, Terry Youngblood, Re/Max Key Advantage
EFF. COUNTY Labor Market
EFFINGHAM AREA Home Sales
EFFINGHAM COUNTY Voter Registration
labor force total - SEPT. 2016: 18,883
employed - SEPT. 2016: 18,011
unemployed - SEPT. 2016: 872
4.60% (unemployed)
5.40% ill. unemployed
4.80% us. unemployed
Effingham County ranked 91 out of 102 counties in Illinois
with lowest unemployment rate in September 2016,
ranked #93 in September 2015.
177 homes (jan. - aug.)
$137,846
avg. sale price
23,449 voters
as of: oct. 21
147 homes
$151,750
avg. sale price
23,115 voters
73% turnout
20152012 election
2016 election
2016
95.40% (employed)
Sept.2016
total: 18,794
CHAMBER’S 100TH BIRTHDAY EVENTS
2017 is the Effingham County Chamber’s 100th birthday and we are planning many fun ways to recognize the chamber’s role as
Effingham County’s business leader.
Our centennial year kicks off with the Annual Business Recognition Gala on Saturday, January 21. “Lighting the Way for Area Businesses for 100
years” is the banquet theme and we will celebrate in style with birthday cake and a champagne toast, plus the great surprises you have come
to expect at the banquet.
Our other big event will be a Summer Celebration in July, with fun for the whole family and other centennial celebration activities are being
planned by our Centennial committee:
Norma Lansing, chamber; Leah Orr, chamber; Angie Hartke, prudential; Terry Hopper, anatime event group; Dan Patton, patton printing;
Steve Raymond, effingham & teutopolis news report; Greg Sapp, premier broadcasting; Casey Tibbs, image squared marketing; Michael Wall, st. anthony hospital; Anita Deters, village of teutopolis;
Alex Wright, wrights furniture; Nick Patton, country companies.
Chamber members are invited to participate in our Centennial sponsorship program, available online at
www.effinghamcountychamber.com, which includes sponsorship of the January Chamber Banquet and the annual Chamber 360 magazine. Separate banquet sponsorships are also available.
STAY TUNED FOR MORE CENTENNIAL NEWS!
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total city: $658,551,375.00
total city: $659,951,880.00
city: $170,385,203.00county: $194,581,705.00
total county: $751,585,768.00
total county: $742,414,145.00
city: $152,891,789.00county: $172,605,710.00
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DO YOU KNOW A BUSINESS THAT IS DESERVING OF CHAMBER MEMBER OF THE MONTH RECOGNITION?
The Member of the Month Program celebrates the contributions that our members make to our community and the local economy through their continued growth and expansion, innovation and
community support. Criteria and nomination forms are available on the Chamber website at www.effinghamcountychamber.com/member-center/member-month.
In 1881, Effingham’s population was just over 3,000 people and the city only had one bank. That’s when four businessmen showed the can-do attitude Effingham is known for today and opened the private bank of Eversman, Wood & Engbring. The private bank was chartered as Effingham State Bank in 1903
and then became Midland States Bank in 2005.
135 years later, the bank has continued to contribute to the growth of the community and has itself grown to include more than 80 locations across the U.S. Midland States Bank offers a full range of commercial and consumer banking products and services, credit card, insurance and financial services and trust & investment management. The bank also provides commercial equipment leasing services and multi-
family and health care facility financing.
The bank and 180+ employees in the corporate office and branch bank facilities in Effingham pride themselves on the relationships they build with their customers and serving the financial needs of the
local community.
They contribute to the community in many ways, from the Midland Institute’s efforts to expand the CEO program into multiple states to fundraisers benefitting many organizations and individuals and leadership on many local boards and community
initiatives.
The Chamber is proud to have Effingham Market President Mel Stock as the Chair-Elect of our Board of Directors and the bank’s support through sponsorships and employees serving on various
planning and event committees.
To learn more, visit Midlandsb.com
Global Technical Systems has been doing business in Effingham County since 1994 and like many business start-up stories, the business began in the basement of co-owner Terry Poe. Poe, along with his partner Christopher Ginder, took their education and experience in electronics and the telecommunications industry to found a company that focuses on accurate
system design and reliable and prompt service.
GTSI is now an industry leader in communications and outdoor warning systems and operates out of three locations throughout central Illinois with a staff of 20 talented and dedicated staff members. The company represents the industry’s finest manufacturers and is recognized as a worldwide Top 10 Reseller for Zetron; a Red Diamond Kenwood Dealer and a top distributor for Whelen. The recent remodel of their Effingham location added office space and employees and earned them the Effingham Central Business Group’s
Downtown Improvement Award.
Company employees are active in their local communities through sponsorships and support. Employees volunteer hours for many communities, which supports local churches, charities and other
quality of life needs.
GTSI’s Effingham Manager Mike Schabbing is a Chamber Ambassador and member of the
Membership Development Committee.
To learn more, visit Globaltechsys.com
Member of the Month • OCT. New MembersMember of the Month • SEPT.
BRANDED INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS 255 County Road 875 East
Montrose, IL 62445 (309) 340-4303 Brandedis.com
Rob Weber, Owner (Marketing)
LIVIN’ IT UP TRANSPORTATION 402 N. Eighth Street, Altamont, IL
(217) 821-9083 Livinituptransportation.com
Adam Huston, Owner (Limo/Bus Service,
Party Supply/Rental)
FIRST NEIGHBOR BANK, N.A. 201 N Meridan, Toledo, IL
(217) 849-2701 Firstneighbor.com
Carol Jo Fritts, President (bank, financial services/ investments/insurance)
SI MEDICAL INC. 1010 West Jefferson, Effingham, IL
(618) 993-6641 Simedicalinc.com
Don Baker, President (weight loss clinic)
DAVURSE 104 W Main Street, Teutopolis, IL
(217) 663-0368 Davurse.com
Greg Gillespie, President & Owner (professional services)
AFFORDABLE HOME IMPROVEMENTS, INC. 701 West Clark, Effingham, IL
(217) 347-0235 Steve & Teresa Gillum, President & Secretary(homebuilders, gutters)
Referred by: Mike Schabbing
THE DOG P.O. Box 261, Teutopolis, IL
(217) 663-8409 Michael Brummer, Owner
(food products)
New Members
CLEARVIEW WINDOW CLEANING & TINTING 303 N Vine, Effingham, IL
(217) 342-7162 Effinghamclearview.com Patrick Roedl, President
(window tinting & cleaning) Referred by: Jim Hecht
HOOKS PAINTING CO. 101 Rio Drive, #6, Watson, IL
(618) 559-3327 Chris Hooks, President
(painting)
ROY SCHMIDT AUTO SALES 3000 South Banker, Effingham, IL
(217) 342-8611 Royschmidtautosales.com
Brian Niebrugge, Lead Sales (auto/car dealers)
Referred by: Jo Huskey
DHB TRANSMISSION SPECIALISTS, INC. 1705 South Banker, Effingham, IL
(217) 342-2726 Dhbtrans.com Jesse Davis, Partner (auto repair/service)
Referred by: Kelly Roepke
JUSTICE GROWN (formerly EFFINGHAM MEDICINAL FARMS)
93 Route 37 Edgewood, IL (618) 238-9480 Gojusticegrown.com
Ashley Peterson, CEO & President (Agricultural services) Referred by: Jo Huskey
HOLLAR’S DESIGN WITH STYLE, LLC 4 B Do It Drive, Altamont, IL
(618) 483-5750 Carolyn Hollar, Owner
(Flooring, Cabinet/Countertops) Referred by: Randy Jones
TARA MCALLASTER Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 549-3563 (health/beauty, consulting/mgt/training)
Referred by: Kelly Roepke
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Welcome!!
Changes & Notes
Washington Savings Bank in Effingham welcomes Trina Niemerg as Loan Compliance Officer, Allison Donsbach as Consumer Lender and Brandon Pals as Credit Analyst.
Attorney Madison Mullady-Winter has joined Orr Law, LLC.
The City of Teutopolis has named Anita Deters to the newly created position of Economic Development Coordinator for the village.
Imagine This! Marketing Group has welcomed Justin White as web developer and Jess Vermeulen as account coordinator.
Jennifer Parker is the new Account Manager at Innovative Staff Solutions in Effingham.
Ashley Cothern is the new Store Manager at Shoe Sensation.
Doehring Winders & Company welcomes Pam Slone as Administrative Assistant and Judy Siebert as Bookkeeper.
Shaelee Fitzjarrald has been named Executive Assistant at Relible Professional Maintenance, Inc.
Dr. Ranjiv Mathews has partnered with Effingham Urology Associates to bring specialized pediatric urology care to Effingham.
The Village of Dieterich was among 11 Illinois communities whose TIF District extension was approved by the General Assembly and signed into law by Governor Rauner in August.
Farnsworth Group, Inc. has received the Great Place to Work certification based on ratings provided by its employees in anonymous surveys which measure a company’s capacity to earn its employees trust. Farnsworth Group received a 90%.
The Thomas Shop
Celebrating 80 Years in business
Barnes Equipment Celebrating 50 years in business
ServiceKing Collision Repair Centers Celebrating 40 Years in business
Agracel, Inc. Celebrating 30 Years in business
Effingham Auto Repair
Celebrating 30 Years in business
Sherwin Williams
Celebrating 30 Years in Effingham
Brookstone Estates Celebrating 20 years in business
Burkland’s Florist & Gifts Celebrating 20 years of ownership by Clint & Kay Spruell
Favorite Things Celebrating its 1st Year in business
Member Milestones
Jerry Esker, RPh, has been named President and CEO of Sarah Bush Lincoln Health System.
Leon Holschbach, Midland States Bancorp CEO, has been appointed to the Bankers Advisory Board of the Conference of State Bank Supervisors, a nationwide organization of banking and financial regulators. Cristina Ciorna, Midland’s Director of Learning and Development, has been appointed to the 2016-2017 Women in Banking Committee and Chelsey Spruell, Marketing Media Coordinator, has been appointed to the Communications and Marketing Committee by the Illinois Banker’s Association
St. Anthony High School Student Gillian Erickson has been named a Commended Student in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program. She is among about 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation being recognized for their academic achievements, having placed among the top 5% of more than 1.6 million students who entered the 2017 competition by taking the 2015 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.
Effingham County Sheriff Dave Mahon received the national Law Enforcement Officer of the Year by the American Legion.
Matt Davidson,Business
Development Manager for
Farnsworth Group,received the 2016 Louis V. Hencken
Alumni Service Award from Eastern Illinois
University.
The Effingham Fire Department was one of 160 fire departments across the U.S. to receive the 2015 Operation Life Safety Achievement Award from the National Association of State Fire Marshals Fire Research and Education Foundation and the Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company. Effingham Fire Chief Joe Holomy was appointed as Chairman of the Illinois Fire Advisory Commission by Governor Rauner.
Air Evac Life Team’s Effingham Base was named the Region 1 Base of the Year and Doug Long of Effingham, a mechanic for the Effingham base, was honored as the company’s Region I Mechanic of the Year.
Stevens Industries President Todd Wegman has been named a 2016 Wood Industry Market Leader by Woodworking Network, for extraordinary leadership, vision and dedication to promoting the wood industry.
Lindsay Wagner of Imagine This! Marketing Group, has been named a Certified Solution Provider by Constant Contact®, Inc., the trusted marketing advisor to more than 650,000 small organizations worldwide.
Effingham Community Unit 40’s Mentoring Program has received Gold Star status from the Illinois Mentoring Partnership, one of 13 youth mentoring
programs around the state to be recognized.
R & R Powersports is now Owen Motorsports with new owners Mike & Jill Owens. The business’ website is Owenmotorsports.com
It’s Almost Home has moved to their new location at 1607 South Banker Street.
Pat Gebben is now the owner of Merz Heating & Air Conditioning.
Matt Cekander, CPA with Doehring, Winders & Co. LLP has been inducted into Lake Land College’s Distinguished Alumni Society.
Jack Schultz, founder of Agracel, Inc. was named the 2016 Outstanding Philanthropy Award recipient by Effingham County Community Foundation.
Mitchel Rothrock, a broadband specialist for Mediacom in Effingham has earned a national Bronze award as recipient of the Scorecard for Excellence in Customer Service. He was one of 15 employees across the company to earn the award.
Dr. Didi Omiyi of Bonutti Clinic has received board certification from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery upon completion of a five-year residency program.
The City of Effingham has been named a 2016 Progressive City by Ameren Illinois.
Deb’s Catering groundbreaking in Altamont
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November EVENTS
January EVENTS
EffingHAM JAM - July 27 - 28, 2017PLANS ARE IN MOTION FOR NEXT YEAR’S
Online calendar: EffinghamCountyChamber.com
luncheon: noon-1pmYBNext Professional
Development Luncheon @ Effingham Public Library
gala: noon-1pmChamber Business Recognition Gala @ Keller Convention Center
4-7pmHometown Christmas Celebration Downtown Effingham
Ready Business: 9am-noonPreparing a Disaster
Business Plan U of I Ext. Office, 1209 Wenthe Dr.
business after hours: 5-7pm Burkland Florist & Gifts @ 311 S. Rinehart
tech tuesday: noon-1pm QuickBooks Reports
@ Roy Schmidt Honda
ribbon cutting: 5-7pm LaQuinta Inn @ 1103 Ave. of Mid America
December EVENTS
join the
Become a member of “The Club” and enjoy the convenience and benefits of a monthly Club Coupon. ($160 Holiday Special till 12/31 - Regular Price: $180)
1FRIDAY
FIRSTFRIDAYCLUB!GREAT NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES,“NO HASSLE” RESERVATIONS,& TRANSFERABLE!
Ask about “FEATURED BUSINESS”opportunities, available for an extra $75!
Perks: table top displays, 2 complimentary lunches, provide & present speaker gift, 2 min. business presentation & welcome guests with your greeters.
For more info & availability contact Becky at:
217-342-4147 or [email protected]
after hours: 5-7pmYBNext
@ Chamber Office
tech tuesday: noon-1pmSocial Media Content Marketing @ Roy Schmidt Honda
chamber trips: 12/30-1/4Rose Parade & Southern
California Trip
business after hours: 5-7pmRoy Schmidt Honda
@ 1705 W. Fayette meeting: noon-1pmChamber Board Annual Meeting @ Dieterich Bank Corporate Center
first friday luncheon: noon-1pmKeller Convention Center
first friday luncheon: noon-1pmKeller Convention Center
You Are Invited! Ballard Nature Center’s
Fundraising Banquet
Please contact us for tickets.
618-483-6856
Effingham K of C Hall November 12th, 2016
Festivities: Social Hour with Appetizers &
Wine Tasting
Music by the Annable Sisters
Raffles Liquor Pull
Silent & Live Auction
Doors open at 5:30pm Dinner at 7:00pm Tuesday
Nov. 15th Noon - 1pm
Admission: $15 (includes lunch)
TECH TUESDAY Class:SPOTTING ‘RED FLAGS’ IN YOUR QUICKBOOKS
REPORTLocation: Roy Schmidt Honda
1705 W Fayette Ave.
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